About the Library:

■General

Use of cell phones is not permitted in the library. Drinks are permitted, provided they are in a closed container.

■Books

Books may be checked out for a period of three weeks and may be renewed twice either in person, by phone, or online. Items on hold for another user may not be renewed. Books needed for reserve, or books that are out for more than 21 days and are requested by another patron, are subject to immediate recall. Books may be returned at the circulation desk during library hours or in the drop box when the library is closed. The drop box is located next to the main library entrance. A .15¢ a day fee is charged for overdue books. To find out if the library owns a particular book, please use the Argosy University Online Catalog.

Damaged/ Lost Books

The replacement fee of any lost or damaged book, periodical, or media item is $100 plus a processing fee of $20, for a total cost of $120.  If the estimated estimated replacement cost of a lost or damaged item is over $100.00, then the charge will be the actual replacement cost of the item plus a $20 processing fee. All exceptions to this policy must be approved by the Library Director. 

The replacement fee for a lost book is waived only upon return of the original library materials. Alternative copies may be acceptable only with prior approval by the library director.

It is the responsibility of the patron to check for and report damaged materials before taking them out of the Library.

 

■Reserve Materials

Many required texts and articles for courses are available on reserve at the circulation desk. Reserve materials can be checked out for two hours at a time with a valid student I.D. Reserve materials returned after the 2 hour loan period are subject to $2.00 per hour fine.

■Journals

The library subscribes to a number print journals related to business, education and psychology. The library also has a collection of journals on microfiche. To search the library collection of journals there are two options: search the online A to Z Journal List, or browse a printed list that is available in the library. Journals cannot be taken out of the library or checked out overnight. Microfiche is kept by the reference desk. After using microfiche, please return the microfiche to the library staff to be re-filed. If you need instruction on how to use the microfiche reader and printer, please see one of the library staff members for help.

■Psychological Testing Materials

Psychological tests may be checked out for three days at a time. Use the online testing materials list to determine whether the library owns a particular item. Overdue fees are $5.00 a day. WAIS and WISC kits may be checked out on a limited basis (depending on availability) to students not enrolled in an assessment course.

■CRP's, Dissertations and Master's Theses

CRP's (Clinical Research Projects), Dissertations and Theses may be checked out for three weeks, with two renewals. Items out for more than 21 days and are requested by another patron are subject to immediate recall. To search for CRP's dissertations and theses you may use the Argosy University Library Online Catalog. A printed list is also available at the circulation desk. Overdue fines are $.15 a day.

■Reference Section

The library reference section includes encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories and other materials, and are for in-library use only.

■Computers

Computers are available in the library, the Academic Learning Center, and in Room 1318. The programs that are available include Microsoft Word Office, SPSS, Rorschach, WISC-IV and WPPSI software .

■Audiovisual Equipment

The following equipment can be checked out from the library:

Camcorder ………………………………………………………. 4 hours (DVD + VHS-C)
Transcriber ………………………………………………………..4 hours (mini-cassette + standard cassette)
Tape Recorder…………………………………………………....24 hours

In order to insure availability, organize staffing, and prevent last minute rush requests, please reserve equipment in advance by calling 312-777-7653 or via e-mail at auchilibrary@argosy.edu . When making a reservation, please provide all necessary information, including

  1. Your full name
  2. Contact information (phone or e-mail)
  3. Date and time equipment is needed
  4. Type of equipment needed

Reservation requests that do not include all the required information will delay processing of your request.

■Videotapes/ Audiotapes

Videotapes can be checked out for three days, unless the item is needed for a class. There is a $5.00 per day charge for overdue videos. To browse the library's video tape collection, use the library online catalog, or inquire at the circulation desk. Audio tapes can be checked out for two days. Duplicating tapes is not permitted unless it is authorized by the Librarian. To search the library's audio tape collection go to the online audio tape list.

■Photocopy Machines

Two copy machines available for student use near the circulation deskin the library. Copy cards may be purchased and recharged through the copy card dispensing machine located near the copiers. Copies are $.10 per exposure. The circulation desk may not be able to make change, so please come prepared.

■Alumni Borrowing Privileges

Generally, alumni have access to library resources and must adhere to the same policies as current students with the following exceptions:
    1. Alumni do not have access to the library subscription databases, and cannot check out any testing materials.
    2. Alumni must register with the library with a current address, phone, e-mail and driver’s license # before checking out any materials or using interlibrary loan services.
    3. Alumni may request up to ten interlibrary loan items per year:

Fees are as follows:

-- Books (free)
-- Articles $1.00
-- Faxed requests: $5.00 per item
-- Mailed items: $5.00 shipping charge per book/ 1.00 per article (in addition to 1.00 fee for article)

All outstanding fines and fees must be paid in order to maintain library borrowing privileges.

■Additional Resources:

Syllabi for the current semester and previous terms can be requested at the circulation desk, or go to "Syllabi Online". MA/ PsyD Comprehensive exams from the past three years are available to students and can be requested at the circulation.